Medieval State Administration
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2014
Evidence Source
LinkID: MED_MUG_2014_145 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India
Statements about Sher Shah's administration:
1. Empire divided into Sarkars → Parganas.
2. He administered them directly without officials.
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Correct Option: A
Sher Shah Suri divided his empire into administrative units called Sarkars and Parganas. He governed through a staff of specialized officials, including Shiqdars and Amins, to ensure law and revenue collection.